Hi there, my dad was recently diagnosed with lung cancer at least stage 3. We’ve done all the tests and at a basic level I’ve been told his tumor is 6.3cm in diameter on upper right lung, nsclc squamous cell. I accessed his notes after the radio onco told me they suggested chemoradiation, but what exactly does this mean?

Doctor notes: “Discussed his case in Thoracic multidisciplinary tumor board, aside from large RULprimary, also bulky R hilar and 2R avid nodes, and suspicious 4R and 7 nodes, suggestive of multistation bulky N2 disease. Consensus was to proceed with EBUS and chemoradiation”

My mother (73F) was diagnosed with extensive SCLC in May, treated with chemo/immuno for 3 months and unfortunately has had rapid progression with new spread to the brain. She has opted for hospice and we began that this week. She is at peace, but as a caregiver I am curious for anyone who’s been through SCLC with loved ones, how long did they last on hospice?

I know everyone is different and it’s based on the patient, I am just looking for your experiences.